New York Family’s August Issue

Happy August! We’re excited to bring you the digital edition of New York Family magazine’s August issue. Here are the highlights:

*Editor’s Note: One Big, Long, Late Afternoon

*New York Family Contests & Special Events: A Rundown Of The 2012 New York Baby Show, Plus An Amazing Jodi’s Gym Birthday Party Giveaway

*The Queen & King Of Cupcakes: How Mia + Jason Bauer Tastefully Manage The CRUMBS Empire, Two Adorable Children, And A Love As Sweet As Can Be

*The Case For Character: A New Book On The Surprising Ways That Traits Like Grit And Curiosity Can Improve Success In School And In Life

*Getting In: The ABCs (And EFGs And HIJs) Of Nursery School Admissions

*FAMILY FUN GUIDE*

*10 Great Events For August: Sports In The Streets, Dragon Boat Racing, Al Fresco Theater, And More

*The Best Kid-Friendly Food Trucks: From Ice Cream Sammies To Korean-Taco Hybrids, These Urban Bites Will Fill The Family Up

*HOME & AWAY*

*On The Market: A Roundup Of NYC Apartments With Suburban Appeal

*Travel: Favorite Destinations For Family Day Trips

*Quality Time: A Scrumptious End-of-Summer BBQ Lineup For The Family

*COLUMNS*

*Scoop: A Cool Playground For Hot Days, A Brand New Chelsea Cafe, Radio Flyer’s Hot New Rides, Commitment To Community, And Child Care Perfected

*It’s My Party: Birthday Celebrations At Let’s Dress Up, ExerBlast, And Eloise At The Plaza

*A Good Idea: With The Help Of Jeweler Hobbs & Kent, Local Schools Have Found Fundraising Success In Selling Beautiful Bits Of Institutional Pride

*Treats: Stock Up On Sensible, Stylish, And Sharp Back-To-School Supplies

*Special Needs: A Wonderful New Resource For Parents Of Children With Special Needs

*Kid Report: 11-Year-Old Queens Native Fátima Ptacek Is The New Voice Of Dora The Explorer

*A Special Place: My Gym UWS Introduces Little Kids To The Joy Of Exercising

*Starting Out: In Honor Of National Breastfeeding Month, We’ve Gathered The Essential Products

*Growing Up: Parenting Expert Marsha Greenberg On How To Discuss Natural Disasters With Kids

*The Last Word: An NYC Mom Reflects On Her Decision To Have A Home Birth

As always, we would love to know what you think. Please e-mail us at [email protected] with your feedback.

Enjoy!

USC Gymnastics & Baseball Training Facility

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">We offer sports activities, after school programs, birthday parties &amp; private lessons for kids ages 3&ndash;13 years! Our gymnastics classes are a great way to keep your child active and healthy. We strive to empower and challenge children through the sport of gymnastics.</span></p>

Play On! Studios

<p>Play On! Studios offers theater day camps and after-school classes on the UWS that are guaranteed to give kids a summer full of acting, music, and fun they won't soon forget! Young actors will rehearse and perform in a full production, work with professional NYC actors/teaching artists, build up their skills in a nurturing, non-competitive environment and play lots of drama games!</p> <p>Creative Drama Camps are perfect for kids entering grades K-4. Campers will work each week to put on a brand-new show! Each session, they will receive a script, rehearse a production, make a set and costumes, and perform their play. Kids will also play drama games, play outside (weather permitting), and have tons of fun!</p> <p>Musical Theater Camps are aimed at kids entering grades 4-9. In Musical Theater Performance Camp, campers put on a complete musical production in a professional NYC theater! Campers will stretch their skills with drama exercises and games, vocal coaching, field trips, and building a professional set. Our incredible teaching artists and campers come together to put on a truly remarkable show!</p> <p>During the school year, classes are great for beginners or more experienced actors - sing, dance, and put on a play! Whether your child is just starting out, or ready for Broadway, we&rsquo;ve got the class for them. Classes are available for grades PreK-8, after school or on Saturdays! Come play with us.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

A-Game Sports

<div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;">A-Game Sports is a premier provider of sports camps, programming and instruction for kids of all ages ranging from toddlers to teens. As an instructional and recreational youth sports facility, our goal is to make athletics a rewarding experience for all kids. A-Game Sports is located in New Rochelle, NY, and offers camps, lessons, customized programs for more than 10 sports and rental space for private events. A-Game Sports was founded in 2013 by two guys who decided that it was time to do what they truly love in life. Since then, we've made the ideology of fusing hard work and fun into a reality. Our dedicated staff of professional coaches share their enthusiasm with kids of all ages and skill levels that take part in our programs.</p> </div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;">&nbsp;</p> </div> <div style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;">With turfed fields for soccer, lacrosse, field hockey and flag football, batting cages and tunnels for baseball and softball, and various basketball programs, A-Game Sports is one of the premiere sports facilities for kids and adults of any age. Aspiring athletes and fitness enthusiasts will benefit from our many strength and conditioning programs, while children new to sports will learn skills and techniques within their chosen sport, all while having a great time and keeping the game fun.</p> </div>